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Our client is seeking a Senior-Level Personal Injury Litigator to join their dynamic team in Toronto (GTA). This role focuses heavily on trials and LAT hearings, providing strategic representation for the Firm's personal injury clients.
This is a new position with the firm
- Step in to lead cases through litigation & hearings when other lawyers in the firm require trial/hearing support
- No need to bring a book of business but must have a strong track record of success in trial advocacy & a deep understanding of personal injury law
- Supported by two (2) Personal Injury Clerks with direct support from the Managing Partner,. The role will be reporting directly to the Managing Partner and Managing Director of the Firm.
- Trial and LAT Hearing Advocacy: Lead trials, LAT hearings, and other high-stakes proceedings with minimal supervision.
- Case Management: Take over complex files as required, ensuring cases are ready for trial or LAT hearings.
- Mentorship and Support: Provide guidance and support to other lawyers and legal staff on trial preparation and hearing strategies.
- Legal Documentation: Prepare and argue motions, pleadings, and submissions required for trial or LAT matters.
- Client Interaction: Manage client expectations and provide expert advice during the litigation process.
- Strategic Negotiation: Engage in pre-trial or settlement negotiations when appropriate to achieve favourable outcomes.
- Collaboration: Work closely with other members of the team, stepping in when cases require trial expertise or elevated litigation handling.
- Compliance: Ensure all files adhere to Law Society of Ontario standards and regulatory requirements.
- Minimum 7+ years of experience in personal injury litigation, with a focus on trials and LAT hearings
- Demonstrated success in trial advocacy and handling complex files
- Education: Juris Doctor (JD) or Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from a recognized law school in Canada
- Advanced knowledge of personal injury law, primarily motor vehicle accidents, with some medical malpractice, slip and falls
This is a new position with the firm
To support a fair and efficient hiring experience, we may use AI-assisted tools for administrative tasks like note-taking or scheduling. These tools never make hiring decisions, our team does. If you have any questions about how we use AI, we’re happy to discuss.
IQ PARTNERS is committed to operating an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process, and we encourage candidates of every race, gender, age, religion, identity, and experience to apply for this position. We’d be happy to provide accommodation for any candidate that requires assistance due to a disability or medical need. Please contact us at 416-599-4700 or by email at [email protected] to discuss specific accommodations.
Job Title:
Senior Personal Injury Litigator
Location:
Vaughan, Ontario
Type:
Permanent / Full Time
Job ID:
#523818
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Senior Personal Injury Litigator
Location:
Vaughan, Ontario
Type:
Permanent / Full Time
Job ID:
#523818
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